Mike Allport
About Mike Allport
Mike Allport serves as the Global Head of Product Design at Lab49, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in visual and UX design across various financial institutions, including RBS, Fidelity International, and Deutsche Bank.
Work at Lab49
Mike Allport has served as the Global Head of Product Design at Lab49 since 2019. In this role, he has led strategic client projects, focusing on fostering a culture of inclusivity and personal growth. His responsibilities include developing practice initiatives and enhancing client offerings and service capabilities, particularly on frontier projects. Allport engages with clients and users to identify pain points through qualitative research, ensuring that the design process is user-centered.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Mike Allport held various positions in the financial services sector. He worked as a Visual Design Consultant at RBS and Rule Financial Consultants from 2012 to 2013. He also served as a Digital Lead at Fidelity International from 2017 to 2018, and as an Associate Creative Director at the same company from 2015 to 2017. His experience includes roles at UBS, BNP Paribas, Deutsche Bank, Barclays Investment Bank, and ADS Securities, where he contributed to visual design and user experience projects.
Educational Background
Mike Allport studied Multimedia Design at The University of Huddersfield, where he earned a BA (Hons) degree from 2000 to 2004. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his career in product design and visual communication, particularly within the financial services industry.
Expertise in Product Design and UX
Allport possesses full product lifecycle experience, which includes vision demos, proof of concept, and minimum viable product development. He has expertise in delivering polished visual design and interactive prototypes. His work often involves simplifying complex concepts, making them accessible to users. Additionally, he has engaged in recruitment and mentoring within leadership roles, contributing to team quality and development.
Notable Projects and Clients
Throughout his career, Mike Allport has worked on projects for major financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Citadel. His experience spans various domains, including energy trading and derivatives, where he has applied his design expertise to enhance user experience and interface design.